2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1970 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Rendezvous | Herald |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |
